Gear & Packing

Passport (6+ months validity) Visa / entry permits Travel insurance documents Debit & credit cards (2 banks) Emergency cash (USD or EUR) Digital copies of all docs

3× T-shirts (merino preferred) 1× Long-sleeve base layer 1× Light down jacket 2× Trousers / convertibles 4× Underwear (quick-dry) 3× Socks (merino hiking) 1× Packable rain jacket Sandals or flip-flops Walking shoes

Phone + charger + cable Universal power adapter Power bank (20,000mAh) Noise-cancelling earbuds Offline maps downloaded VPN installed Local SIM / eSIM activated

Toothbrush + toothpaste (mini) Solid shampoo bar Sunscreen SPF 50+ Prescription medications First aid kit (basic) Electrolyte sachets Hand sanitiser (100ml) Lip balm SPF

Main carry-on (under 10kg) Day pack / packable tote Packing cubes (3 sizes) Zip-lock bags (liquids rule) Luggage lock (TSA-approved) Dry bag or rain cover

Neck pillow (inflatable) Eye mask Earplugs Padlock for hostel lockers Emergency whistle Reusable water bottle Snacks for the journey